WW2 British Royal East Kent Regiment Cap Badge

The WW2 British Royal East Kent Regiment Cap Badge is a military insignia issued to members of the Royal East Kent Regiment, commonly known as “The Buffs.” Featuring a Garter circlet inscribed with the regiment’s name, the badge displays a distinctive white horse, a symbol associated with Kent. Above the circlet is a king’s crown, indicating its production during the reign of King George VI, which includes the Second World War period (1939–1945). The badge is typically constructed from brass or a similarly durable metal and was designed to be affixed to various forms of regimental headgear, including the service cap. The badge identifies both the regiment and the individual as part of the British Army and reflects the regiment’s traditions and regional heritage. Such emblems were standard issue, with minor variations reflecting specific wartime production methods. This example represents original British militaria from the mid-20th century conflict.